Pecan Pie Brownie Bites


🥧 Pecan Pie Brownie Bites – The Ultimate Two-Bite Dessert Combo

Looking for the perfect mini dessert that combines everything you love about pecan pie and fudgy brownies? These Pecan Pie Brownie Bites are bite-sized bliss. Each one features a rich, chocolate brownie base topped with a gooey pecan pie filling — giving you two classic treats in one irresistible mouthful.

Perfect for holidays, bake sales, potlucks, or just a cozy weekend baking session, these brownie bites are easy to prep, freeze beautifully, and never fail to impress.


✨ Why You’ll Love These Pecan Pie Brownie Bites

  • 🍫 Two favorite desserts in one bite: gooey, fudgy brownie base meets sweet, nutty pecan pie topping
  • 🧁 Mini size makes them perfect for sharing or dessert tables
  • 🥄 No mixer required and only simple pantry ingredients
  • 🧊 Make ahead-friendly – they store and freeze wonderfully
  • 💯 Guaranteed crowd-pleasers for any gathering or celebration

🧾 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Brownie Layer:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Pecan Pie Topping:

  • ½ cup light corn syrup (or substitute honey/golden syrup)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups pecan halves or chopped pecans, lightly toasted

👩‍🍳 How to Make Pecan Pie Brownie Bites

1. Preheat and Prepare

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin well or use paper liners. Lightly dust with cocoa powder for easy brownie release.

2. Make the Brownie Batter

In a medium bowl, combine melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until smooth. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Fold dry ingredients into the wet just until combined.

Pro Tip: Do not overmix! This keeps your brownies fudgy.

3. Bake the Brownie Base

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of brownie batter into each muffin cup. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the tops are just set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.

Let cool while preparing the pecan topping.

4. Make the Pecan Topping

In a clean bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in pecans until well coated.

5. Assemble & Finish Baking

Top each brownie base with a spoonful of pecan pie mixture, spreading gently to cover. Return to the oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the topping is set and bubbling slightly.

Cool completely in the pan before removing.


💡 Baker’s Tips for Success

  • Use room temperature eggs to prevent curdling the batter
  • Toast pecans before using to enhance flavor and crunch
  • Grease mini muffin tins thoroughly — use baking spray + cocoa powder
  • For neat removal, use a plastic knife or offset spatula to loosen edges
  • Don’t skip the cooling time — it allows the pecan layer to fully set

🍽 Serving & Storage Tips

  • Serve these brownie bites at room temperature with coffee, eggnog, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Garnish with a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce for extra flair.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
  • To freeze: place cooled bites on a tray, freeze, then transfer to a container. Thaw overnight before serving.

🧁 Final Thoughts

These Pecan Pie Brownie Bites are the kind of dessert that makes people say, “Wait… did you make these yourself?” They’re rich, gooey, crunchy, and downright addictive. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, a potluck, or just a Tuesday, these little bites of heaven are the ultimate sweet-and-salty crowd-pleaser.